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Old 10-02-2010, 08:23 PM   #41
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What sort of compressor do you use? I bought a Craftsman one and it was a piece of shit. Broke after 6 pistons. Next time I'm going to buy a solid one from Jegs for the correct size.
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Old 10-03-2010, 07:42 PM   #42
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What sort of compressor do you use? I bought a Craftsman one and it was a piece of shit. Broke after 6 pistons. Next time I'm going to buy a solid one from Jegs for the correct size.
I have a Craftman one too. Mine slips a little sometimes but I've learned to work with it.
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Old 10-04-2010, 01:44 PM   #43
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I've never used pliers before. I've always just installed them using my thumbs.
Been putting on ring with my thumbs for.............years. Still the best way.
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Old 10-04-2010, 02:12 PM   #44
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Ben's an expert at it now.
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Old 10-28-2010, 09:46 PM   #45
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Alright, I've been slacking on this a bit... got a little busy with school.

So I think tomorrow I'm going to pick up the block from the shop - it's already been bored and honed, I'm hoping he's also already installed the cam bearings and freeze plugs.

I'll start assembling it this weekend, but I still have to buy some more parts so it might still be a little while before it's done.

in the meantime here are the pictures I was supposed to post 2 and a half months ago...









there was just a bit of grime on the engine... just a bit... but it's all fresh and clean now. Can't wait to drive the car again!
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Old 10-28-2010, 09:48 PM   #46
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Awesome. I can't wait to see the finished project
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Old 10-28-2010, 09:56 PM   #47
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HA, you said that in this thread once already... sorry Sean, you're gunna have to wait a little while - I'm broke! lol
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Old 10-29-2010, 09:39 AM   #48
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We should just build it NA so I can buy the Novi 2000 off you.
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Didn't pick up the block today - have to have the hone redone to .005" I initially had him do it at .003" but probe recommends more clearance for forced induction... I guess I'm going to pick it up next week now.
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Old 10-29-2010, 06:00 PM   #50
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Didn't pick up the block today - have to have the hone redone to .005" I initially had him do it at .003" but probe recommends more clearance for forced induction... I guess I'm going to pick it up next week now.
That sucks, but I definitely think it's the right decision in the long run.
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